City of St. Charles Names Matthew O’Rourke Economic Development Division Manager

Posted By City of St. Charles, Community Contributor

Posted By City of St. Charles, Community Contributor

Posted By City of St. Charles, Community Contributor

The City of St. Charles has named Matthew O’Rourke Economic Development Division Manager in the Community & Economic Development Department. O’Rourke previously served as a Planner in the Community & Economic Development Department, a position he held for six years.

Under direction of Community & Economic Development Director Rita Tungare, O’Rourke will be responsible for coordinating the City’s economic development efforts and serving as the City’s liaison to the business community.

O’Rourke’s experience with the City includes serving as staff liaison to the City's Plan Commission, Corridor Improvement and Housing Commissions, managing numerous development projects, and working on the CMAP Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Study. Before coming to St. Charles, he worked on planning and economic development initiatives for four years at the Village of Romeoville.

“We conducted a thorough and comprehensive search of candidates throughout the area,” said Tungare. “I’m confident Matt will continue the City’s efforts in working collaboratively with local organizations and the business community to enhance the economic vitality of the City and promote St. Charles as a desirable location for businesses and industries.”

“I am thrilled to have this opportunity to leverage my past and present experience in Community and Economic Development in my new role at the City. I look forward to working with City officials and local businesses to strengthen the economic base of St. Charles.”

O’Rourke, a St. Charles resident, holds a Masters of Urban and Regional Planning from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana; a Bachelors of Urban Planning from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio; and also has earned AICP certification.

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About the City of St. CharlesFriendly neighborhoods, diverse retailers, international employers, innovative schools, beautiful parks, varied cultural amenities, and unique architecture have earned St. Charles its reputation as the Pride of the Fox. Located in both DuPage and Kane counties, the City of St. Charles is 35 miles west of downtown Chicago, and has a population of approximately 33,000. Over 2,100 businesses, consisting of a balanced mix of retailers, restaurants and manufacturing facilities, employ more than 18,000 people. The City of St. Charles was named the #1 City for Families by Family Circle® magazine in 2011; one of the “150 Great Places in Illinois,” by the AIA Illinois; and one of the “Top 10 Towns To Live In” by West Suburban Living magazine. www.stcharlesil.gov